Melbourne Market

The Melbourne Market is situated in Epping, Victoria and is an important centre for the wholesale trade of fresh produce and flowers. Built in 2015, it is a modern facility spanning 67 hectares and serves as a crucial connection point for growers, wholesalers and retailers.

With around 2,750 businesses operating from the market and over 2,000 buyers sourcing their produce here, it plays a significant role in the fresh produce supply chain. The market also boasts the largest warehousing precinct of any central market in Australia, with up to 120,000 square meters of space.

The market is divided into two main sections:

• the trading floor
• the buyers’ walk.

The trading floor hosts approximately 330 stands where vendors display their produce daily.

The buyers’ walk features 156 permanent stores where storeholders showcase and store their goods.

Additionally, the flower market is a key component, with Victoria contributing about 40% of the national cut flower market. Around 60 stand holders supply fresh flowers to over 700 floristry businesses.

Located near Melbourne’s freeways, the Melbourne Market offers logistical advantages for inbound and outbound deliveries, enhancing food handling and export opportunities. The market is equipped with environmentally friendly features such as rainwater harvesting, solar power generation, and waste management systems aimed at achieving a high recycling rate.

For more information about the market, visit the Melbourne Market website.